Definition of spangle
1 : a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
2 : a small glittering object or particle
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Examples of spangle in a Sentence
showgirls dressed in costumes with gold spangles
Origin and Etymology of spangle
Middle English spangel, diminutive of spang shiny ornament, probably from Middle Dutch spange; akin to Old English spang buckle, Middle Dutch spannen to stretch
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Examples of spangle in a Sentence
in typical Las Vegas fashion, the showgirls' sequined costumes spangled gloriously
First Known Use of spangle
circa 1548
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playDefinition of spangle for English Language Learners
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: a small, shiny piece of metal or plastic that is used to decorate clothing
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Definition of spangle for English Language Learners
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: to decorate or cover (something) with many small, shiny objects
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